Technical Assistant

JMT; Greensburg (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Technical Assistant to support construction projects for public agencies. This role involves applying standard inspection procedures to ensure structural quality and safety compliance during construction activities. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in plan interpretation, measurement, and material testing, contributing to the success of various engineering projects. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will help shape infrastructure and enhance community safety. If you're passionate about construction and eager to make an impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to review and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• Experience in performing routine tests on construction materials.

Responsibilities

• Review plans and specifications to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Perform tests on materials and verify construction dimensions.
• Gather and maintain records of construction activities.

Skills

Plan Interpretation

Concrete Testing

Measurement Skills

Record Keeping

Education

High School Diploma

Technical Certification

Job description

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,300 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #61 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

JMT's Pittsburgh Construction Management Team is seeking a Technical Assistant for primarily PennDOT and Pennsylvania Turnpike assignments. The successful candidate will apply standard inspection procedures to ongoing activities during and after construction for structural quality, general safety and conformance to plans, specifications and codes.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Review and interpret plans, site layouts, specifications and construction methods to ensure compliance to legal requirements and safety regulations.
• Perform routine tests on concrete, soils and other materials.
• Measure dimensions and verify level, alignment, and elevation of structures, fixtures, grades and/or pavement to ensure compliance to plans and codes.
• Gather and maintain record documents.
• Make field notes and computations.

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned.